Daily Challenge
Monday, 5 October 2026
Daily Challenge — 5 October 2026
Three UPSC Prelims-pattern questions — one each from the GS I, GS II and GS III subject areas. Attempt all three before checking your answers.
Indian Climate and the Monsoon
Tamil Nadu receives most of its annual rainfall during:
Correct answer: B
The Tamil Nadu coast lies in the rain shadow of the Western Ghats during the south-west monsoon. Most of its rain comes from the north-east (retreating) monsoon between October and December.Regional and Global Groupings
The Secretariat of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is located in:
Correct answer: C
The SAARC Secretariat was set up in Kathmandu, Nepal, in 1987.Space Technology
Which of the following ISRO launch vehicles uses an indigenously developed cryogenic upper stage?
Correct answer: B
GSLV Mk II flies ISRO’s indigenous Cryogenic Upper Stage. PSLV and SSLV use solid and liquid stages without a cryogenic stage, and Agni-V is a missile, not a satellite launch vehicle.